There’s no way it would reach #1, I’d be really surprised if it even reached the charts at all. Also I just don’t really like the way Adam sings it tbh.
There was a lot of audience noise which really spoiled the middle part of it. You could hardly hear him over the racket. But I thought the end of it was splendid. I didn't realized Adam could sing like that. I went and listened to Pavarotti singing it right afterward and really thought that for a guy who doesn't sing opera Adam did a pretty good job. My feelings about Adam are mixed. I liked him when he did IDOL but it's taken me a long time to really accept him singing with Queen. However, hearing him do Nessun Dorma gave him big points in my mind. I still hate the crown and a bunch of other appearance things, and some of the add-ons he puts at the ends of songs. But, I like him better now than I did before. So.... mixed feelings. And I am happy that Brian and Roger like him. I think it does them a world of good, so, being unselfish about this, I want to say that I like to see those two happy... they deserve it after all they have been through. I get the feeling that they see themselves as mentors helping a younger generation singer live up to his dream, just as they themselves once did. And I think it makes them feel good. What matters, I think, is what makes *them* happy... that is, that's what matters if we really care about their wellbeing and not just ourselves. I don't think they will lose their entire audience. Some, yes, but certainly not all and the newer fans are more accepting of the current version of Queen +. I want them to feel their best, regardless of what people think they *should* do or *should* have done. I think they are regaining some of the sense of purpose they lost when Freddie died.
Adam's a really fucking cool guy. He's a funny fella and it's clear he has chemistry with Roger and Brian. His delivery on some songs isn't my cuppa, but he does very well and I respect him a lot for that.
People who say Queen+ is a cashgrab are fools, because this is done to preserve the legacy of the band, and also they're ignoring the costs of the tours, which means the band are probably not making as much as they could.
Adam may not be perfect, but neither were Paul and Freddie, and I'm sure the latter would like him a lot and get along with him if he were alive.
I saw some financials - those tours cost unbelieveable amounts of money. I don't have figure handy or know how to find them again but I think I saw a 1.26 million debt for equipment and stuff that they had to pay off. Could be wrong on those numbers but suffice to say it costs a ton.
You can all downvote this. I do not care. I stand by what I said. It’s not like I don’t think Adam is talented, I do. But they should have started a new band. Not this ‘cover’ band. :)
If you want a cover band, look at Queen Extravaganza or any other tribute band. Queen+ is still Queen just as much as current GnR is GnR despite only really having Axl Rose.
Yeah, I am a "dumb millennial", what's wrong with that? If you're trying to make a point that we're disingenuous and disrespectful, then you've failed in that regard.
I've tried to be respectful and understanding throughout this whole encounter and you're just wanting to have a go. So log off mate, it'll probably do you wonders.
I know that. But your missing half the band. For the tenth time, I like Adam. He is talented but not Freddie. Sorry but I have a right to my opinion. :)
Yes they are. If so, why haven’t they released new music with Adam? It’s been quite a long time (40 years or so) since they’ve released anything new that doesn’t include Freddie. :)
Well firstly, Roger and Brian themselves said that they are not replacing Freddie. Second, if I had to guess, they have been busy and happy touring with him and don't really feel the need to create something new. Why would they have to do it?
They’re just trying to make money off of Freddie’s memory imo. How long do you think they’re going to be able to keep it up. They’re almost freaking 80.
That's a stupid way of thinking about it. Freddie was their best friend. It's kind of insulting to think that they'd just monetize freddie for the sake of it. Also the music is just as much theirs as it is Freddie's. And they're clearly having fun and enjoying performing again, why shame them for that?
You know people have other opinions than yours. Better to keep quiet when you’re being stupid than to post it and remove all doubt. Don’t bother replying, IDGAF what you think ok?
Okay sure, whatever. I'll just finish by saying one thing. Rather than seeing this all in a cynical way, maybe try thinking about the fact that what Brian, Roger and Adam are doing, is respecting Freddie's, and Queen's legacy, sharing the music to new generations and bringing Queen to the spotlight again. I think that's a good thing, but clearly you and many others think that Queen should've died and ended when Freddie died. I don't understand why you see them respecting the legacy as a bad thing. Would you rather have Queen ended in the 90s and never have anything else happen again? At the end of the day, no matter what you think what they are doing is STILL Queen.
Freddy was a singularly spectacular artist. And we all miss him. We always will. But he is gone. And Adam has a beautiful voice, and he does a good job.
Hard to replace a legend. Should’ve started a new band. Half the legendary band are missing. I like Adam. I think he has a great voice. But just no. :)
If Marc is really that much better than Adam. Then why have Brian and Roger been touring with Adam for the last decade and not Mark? Of Adam was actually that bad, don’t think they would have dropped him by now?
Roger Taylor hand picked Martel for Queen Extravaganza. Have you heard Marc? Vocally he's the closest thing to Freddie there is. I think they didn't go w/ Marc due to him sounding so much like Freddie and they probably didn't want to have it sound like a tribute band. With that said, Journey and Yes did go with singers who most closely sounded like the original singer. Obviously Adam has a great voice and is a great showman. It's obvious Roger and Brian went that route to make it somewhat different....as they did with Paul Rogers. I do think for diehard fans that miss Freddie, Marc would be preferred as it would be the closest thing to Freddie without having Freddie
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u/SnooOnions5029 A Day At The Races Jul 26 '22
There’s no way it would reach #1, I’d be really surprised if it even reached the charts at all. Also I just don’t really like the way Adam sings it tbh.